autotriploid

/ɔːtəˈtrɪplɔɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant or animal with three sets of chromosomes, where one set is identical to one of the other two.

“The researcher studied the autotriploid properties of the new plant species.”

2. adjective

Having three sets of chromosomes where one set is identical to one of the other two.

“The autotriploid cultivar of wheat showed increased yields and improved resistance to disease.”

Synonyms

  • allotriploid
  • triploid

Antonyms

  • diploid
  • haploid